Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB) is a type of dementia grouped under the term “Lewy Body Dementia” along with Parkinson Disease with Dementia (PDD)1. The main symptoms of DLB are parkinsonism, REM sleep disorder, visual hallucinations, and changes in cognition2. There...
I have been caught in situations with caregivers and patients numerous times regarding Parkinson’s medication management. Patients can be VERY particular about getting their Parkinson’s medication on time. This is understandable if you acknowledge what...
Parkinson’s disorder can be incredibly challenging to manage. The progression of the disease and its complications can make Parkinson’s very difficult for patients and clinicians. In addition to the disease itself, medication administration in...
Oftentimes there are numerous agents within a class of medication. Ropinirole (Requip) and pramipexole (Mirapex) is an example of this. When comparing ropinirole and pramipexole, there are clinical differences that might alter which one you choose. Comparing...
Parkinson’s is one of the most complex disease states you will encounter. Whenever you talk about a disease of the brain and nervous system, you know that we likely don’t have a 100% clear understanding of how it works and why it happens. However, we...
